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Intrepid, 12/3 Intrepid Close - right on the beachfront

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A balcony with a wooden table set for dining, overlooking a body of water with a distant island.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a window with a view.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a large window, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table with snacks and drinks, a TV on a wooden stand, and a balcony with a view of the sea.
Beach

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Shoal Bay Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Nelson Bay, NSW
  • Place, Shoal Bay Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Head Lighthouse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, West Nelson Bay
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Room 1

1 King Bed

Room 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Balcony
Separate dining area

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About the area

Nelson Bay

Located in Nelson Bay, this apartment is in the mountains and on the beach. Nelson Head Lighthouse and Point Stephens Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tomaree National Park and Fly Point Marine Reserve. Toboggan Hill Park and Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Nelson Bay, NSW

What's nearby

  • Shoal Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Little Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • West Nelson Bay - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fly Point Marine Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Magnolia. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Buoys At The Bay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe on the Bay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aussie Bob's Fish & Chips - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Intrepid, 12/3 Intrepid Close - right on the beachfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Intrepid, 12/3 Intrepid Close - right on the beachfront?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Intrepid, 12/3 Intrepid Close - right on the beachfront?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Intrepid, 12/3 Intrepid Close - right on the beachfront?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Intrepid, 12/3 Intrepid Close - right on the beachfront located?

Nestled on the beach, this Nelson Bay apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Shoal Bay Beach, Little Beach and Nelson Head Lighthouse. Tomaree National Park and Fly Point Marine Reserve are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular view. Basic facilities, but clean and comfortable, and good value.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2026
Thank you for your lovely review. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the spectacular views and found the property clean, comfortable and good value. We really appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again in the future. Thanks, McGrath Port Stephens
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot fantastic view. We extended our stay twice. Very quiet in September but probably gets busy over summer.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2025
Thanks Peter for your lovely review and perfect star rating, we look forward to seeing you again in the future, thanks McGrath Port Stephens
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love the area. Would really like air con
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

View amazing. Apartment is in good condition. Quick stroll to the beach.

Loved the location. Quiet corner two minutes drive from Nelson Bay centre, and right on Shoal Bay beach. The owners left a few details like binoculars. Bring your own linen, but the owners provide some basic linen for good measure.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Good

Good
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Excellent

Very easy
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Fabulous location

Great location but property a little outdated, nothing a few small changes can be made
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful short stay

The unit had a stellar location containing beautiful views and a short gander to the beach. Overall the unit is equipped for a stay, easy to use and in a great location for swimming, walking and bayside enjoyment. On the downside there were a couple of cockroach’s that brought a slight dampening to the overall cleanliness of the place. Also, a sharp knife would be ideal for the unit as there was only a bread knife.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Comfort and convenience

I have stayed at this property several times over the years, my last stay being July of last year. Since then the owners have made some significant improvements (new blinds, new outdoor furniture, new clothes rack, stove and fridge updated and king-size bedding!Plus a great DVD and book library to use during the stay. You can't ask for more. Well done to the owners for making so many improvements. I'll be back!
Archival

6/10 Okay

Great views

A very nice unit with great views and position near the beach but unfortunately there were several things which took the gloss off the place. the best way to describe the BBQ was "grotty" - we decided to use the electric frypan instead. The balcony furniture was filthy and took a while to get it to the stage we could use it. The unit accommodates 4 people but there are only 3 dinner plates and a shortage of cooking utensils.
Archival

8/10 Good

Location location

This is a fantastic place. the location cant be beaten !! Value for money 10/10. the only thing that wasn't a 10/10 was that the BBQ is an electric one and it doesn't work. This is an ideal place for both couples or the family holiday. Just replace the BBQ and ill be back 100%
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Hi Paul, Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we really appreciate your feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the unit and thought it was great value for money. Please note that there is a timer on the BBQ that you need to use for it to work. Next time if you have any issues please call us and let us know so we can help. We are glad you had a great time and we hope to see you again!
Archival

8/10 Good

Beautiful view

We have stayed at this unit for the 4th year in a row and it can't be beaten for the view and value for money in the winter time.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2024
We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to you staying with us again soon. McGrath Port Stephens
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